Description

2-(9H-Fluoren-9-Yl)Ethanol is a versatile fluorenyl-based alcohol building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, planar fluorene moiety, which imparts unique electronic and structural properties to target molecules. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for the development of novel active ingredients, ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or chain-transfer agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and optical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new pesticides and herbicides due to the bioactivity of the fluorene structure.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A precursor for hole-transport materials, emitters, or host materials in OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) devices.
• Fluorescent Probes & Dyes: The fluorene core is ideal for constructing fluorescent markers and dyes for biological imaging and sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(9H-Fluoren-9-Yl)Ethanol
CAS No.	3952-36-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14O
Molecular Weight	210.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Fluorenemethanol, 9-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-; 9-(2-Hydroxyethyl)fluorene; 2-(Fluoren-9-yl)ethanol; 9-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-9H-fluorene; β-Hydroxyethylfluorene; Fluoren-9-ylethanol; 9H-Fluorene-9-ethanol; 2-(9H-Fluoren-9-yl)ethan-1-ol
EINECS	223-540-5

Quality Control

Our 2-(9H-Fluoren-9-Yl)Ethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.